Muscle dysmorphia is a psychological condition where people and mainly men become overly
obsessed with muscle mass and body composition and have a obsessive need to work out and diet. They will avoid social and work responsibilities to uphold their
workout schedule. They often take drugs and
supplements they know are unhealthy in order to accomplish their goal. It is similar to eating disorders such as
anorexia nervosa and bulimia that are most common in women. However, some men have eating disorders and some women experience
muscle dysmorphia.
Researchers from the University of Windsor in Canada, in a study of novice male and female
weight trainers, found that some of their test subjects showed a propensity to develop this problem. While many people undoubtedly have unrealistic
body images, extreme focus and devotion are required to reach
championship levels. In champions, preoccupation and dedication are considered worthy, but are classified as psychological disorders in less-accomplished people.
